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C224 XLL

1986 Honda VT500

Black Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2024
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

27,495 mi
Last recorded27,495 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2023
Typical for 1986 Honda VT50035,759 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC224 XLL
MakeHonda
ModelVT500
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2023 27,495 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 10 Aug 2023 27,495 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jul 2021 27,230 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Jun 2019 26,892 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 10 Jun 2019 26,890 miles

Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Sep 2017 26,782 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 10 Aug 2016 26,041 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 24,183 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2014 21,019 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 18 Jul 2013 18,872 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2011 18,221 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2008 17,267 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 13 Oct 2008 17,267 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 16 Jun 2007 16,124 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 8 Jun 2006 15,767 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VT500?

Based on 5,525 MOT tests across 821 vehicles.

81.3%
Pass Rate
431
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
821
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 133
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 65
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 43
Headlamp aim too high 39
Motorcycle structure excessively corroded 37
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C224 XLL is a 1986 Honda VT500 in Black with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1986 Honda VT500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 35,759 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda VT500 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 133 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C224 XLL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VT500 typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 40 years old, this Honda VT500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C224 XLL registered?

C224 XLL is a 1986 Honda VT500, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is C224 XLL safe to buy?

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